The Taabinga Station vineyard was first planted in 1995 from a desire to expand
its agricultural portfolio. Early investigations had shown that the soil and climate
in the South Burnett were very similar to conditions in the Hunter Valley region
and that wine grapes had the potential to grow well.

Taabinga Station was one of the earliest to plant vines in the district. Taabinga
is committed to producing the best wine possible from our small vineyard and our
hope is to continue the tradition of excellence which has been Taabinga's guiding
principle for over 100 years.

The first of the vines, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay were planted in
1995, making them some of the oldest in the district. An experimental area of Merlot
was planted soon after. All the varieties grown at Taabinga are used in our winemaking.
The grapes are always handpicked and the vines hand pruned.

Distinctive Queensland style Shiraz. Light, red berry filled mouthful with a peppery
finish. It is a gorgeously coloured Shiraz which sits well in the glass. It has
improved beautifully with cellaring.

A true South Burnett style Chardonnay, golden in colour with a peach and nectarine
flavour developing hints of honey as it warms. Due to a different production method
this wine has developed crystals or 'diamonds' since bottling. These do not affect
the taste or quality of the wine. Chill before drinking.

This is Taabinga's first shiraz, cabernet sauvignon, merlot blend. Due to the very
hot weather just before picking this red blend developed a higher concentration
of sugar and slightly higher alcohol, resulting in a wine which is light and slightly
sweet. It tastes of red currents and blackberries. It is a good wine for those just
beginning to drink reds. It is a perfect accompaniment to hot, spicy food and because
of its higher sugar content makes a very good cooking wine.

This is a zesty, dry white wine with citrus and melon flavours, full of Queensland
sunshine. Pale lemony/green in colour it gives a little zing on the tongue before
settling into the glass. Chill before drinking.

This chardonnay has two years worth of grapes blended together to produce a wine
with the best of both years in taste and structure. The result is a chardonnay similar
to the fabulous 2004 vintage, warn and golden in colour , with the traditional Taabinga
notes of peach and nectarine but also with a hint of apples in this vintage. The
palate is crisp and intense but with a creamy lingering finish. Perfect with seafood,
risotto and Asian dishes.